As the U.S. transitions to a new administration, Biden's final Christmas message emphasized unity and reflection, urging Americans to care for one another. Conversely, Trump shared a festive greeting coupled with politically charged posts. The stark contrast reflects the ongoing political divide as Biden leaves office and Trump prepares to return, pledging significant changes.
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Usha Vance, the United States' second lady, will visit Greenland this week in a high-profile tour featuring historical sites and the Avannaata Qimussersu dogsled race. Accompanied by her child, Vance will explore Greenlandic heritage. The visit coincides with Greenland's significant local opposition to Trump's renewed interest in acquiring the territory for strategic reasons.
President-elect Donald Trump successfully persuaded two critical GOP lawmakers to support Louisiana Republican Mike Johnson as House Speaker. This intervention highlighted Trump's continued influence within the party and underscored the political challenges he faces in maintaining party unity and executing his agenda.
President Trump signed his 107th executive order, surpassing previous records with a focus on reducing federal budget and regulations, rolling back Biden-era policies, and intensifying immigration enforcement. His unprecedented pace raises both support and criticism, while courts have blocked several orders.
Guilfoyle left Fox in 2018 and joined America First Policies, a Trump super PAC to campaign for Republicans in the 2018 midterm elections. But at that time she was already dating Donald Trump Jr. And according to reports, she was fired from Fox over a sexual harassment accusation from a female assistant. Reports said Fox had been in the middle of a year-long investigation into the allegation when she left.
Bernie Sanders, a vocal critic of Donald Trump, rallied tens of thousands in Los Angeles, denouncing the influence of billionaires and Trump's policies. Joined by Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and musicians like Neil Young, Sanders urged resistance against what he sees as a slide towards authoritarianism.
Early Sunday, a man was arrested after climbing the Big Ben tower in London, barefoot and holding a Palestinian flag. The incident caused major traffic disruptions, leading to road closures and the cancellation of Parliament tours. Emergency crews and negotiators eventually talked him down safely. He is now in police custody while supporters chanted nearby.
An Australian army officer lost his security clearance after ASIO deemed him loyal to Israel over Australia. He admitted to withholding information about Israeli military training and stated he would give classified information to the Israel Defense Forces if asked, risking espionage or foreign interference.
President Donald Trump has indicated the possibility of offering a reduction in tariffs to China to facilitate the sale of TikTok. Trump's decision comes as part of efforts to secure approval from Beijing for the transaction and possibly extend the deadline if necessary.
Daniel Noboa has secured a four-year term as Ecuador's president after winning the election. Noboa defeated Luisa Gonzalez, despite her allegations of electoral fraud. His crime-fighting strategies and tactics have faced scrutiny. Noboa's relationship with the US and Donald Trump played a role in voter decisions. He previously served a short term after a snap election.
Trump's conviction was eligible for a penalty of up to four years in prison and several thousands of dollars in finer. But now he is cleared of all that because of his presidential status. Depending on states, an unconditional discharge still carries some consequences like a felon may not be able to vote or own a firearm.